While some specialized programs may ask for supplemental materials, most applicants will not need to complete additional ...

Need advice on selecting personal insight questions or writing any college application essay? Get insights from UC Davis Admissions Director, Robert Penman and Admissions blog editor, Abigail Loomis.

The college essay, a crucial pitch in which applicants have limited words to describe who they are and why campuses should admit them, just got more stressful for students of color with the ...

UC Santa Cruz alumnus Michael Gould, a 1976 graduate of Merrill College, wrote the following essay in September 2007 as a tribute to his alma mater: UC Santa Cruz takes your breath away. This place, ...

UC offers a great video on how to answer their PIQs. Also try The College Essay Guy videos and website for good advice and examples. Anticipate doing three drafts of each essay.